True Texas Tales: Authentic Stories from the Lone Star State - Perfect for History Buffs & Travel Enthusiasts
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You might call W.F. Strong a student of all things Texas. In 2010, he began sharing his 'Stories From Texas' vignettes on public radio stations, most recently on the Texas Standard news show's 30 stations. For this book celebrating his home state, Strong has collected 75 of his broadcasts. You'll hear his inimitably Texan voice in your mind's ear as he weaves stories on subjects ranging from how to ''talk Texan'' to Texas bards and troubadours; from tall Texas tales to Lone Star icons like Charles Goodnight, Tom Landry and Blue Bell ice cream; from legends and unsung heroes of the past to some heartfelt memories of his own. Strong agrees with John Steinbeck that ''Texas is a state of mind . . . a mystique closely approximating a religion,'' and every one of his stories embraces the Texas state of mind.
Customer Reviews
Over the years in my travels both near and far, repeatedly I have faced answering one of two questions: First, what is Texas really like? Second, why should I even consider visiting your state? Now, finally I have an immediate, clear, definitive and compelling answer: You must immediately get a copy and read W. F. Strong's STORIES FROM TEXAS-SOME OF THEM ARE TRUE. Then you will know!As a life-long Texan I thought I knew Texas. I was wrong. Professor Strong provides colorful, witty and compelling tales of my state's unique language (happily, not always the King's English), eccentric historical figures (not always on the right side of the law), its brew of many cultures (a challenge but fun to decipher) and the state's gorgeous multi-faceted landscapes (a thrill to travel and behold). This book confirms why Texans are uniquely and aggressively proud of their state and will persuade others they should get here as quickly as they can. They might decide to stay.
